The Reign of God as victory. If you have any comments - adebelak@redeemerluth.com . The Reign of God as victory is an adventure in truth-telling. For we are invited to reveal what we are doing - what we are plotting - what we envy and lust after. Who wants to do that?! We are also invited to speak of our hopes and dreams - to expose our hearts to the other. The Reign of God as victory is shaped by everyone laying their cards on the table and then, together, asking 'now what.' What must we do to heal one another? This is not a victory in which my side is healed and made whole. It is the adventure of mutual healing and the healing of the life between us. The Reign of God as victory must be filled with the courage and boldness to say what needs to be said - reveal secrets and ask for secrets to be unveiled. That is always a risk-taking adventure. No one really likes to look vulnerable to the other side - even when we are in 'loving' relationships. And yet, for the relationships to grow in a holistic fashion, truth-telling is an essential building block. O God of love and new life, nurture vulnerable hearts in all your people. Amen. |
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